3M (NYSE: MMM) is set to announce its third-quarter earnings for 2025 before the market opens on October 21, 2025. Analysts anticipate the company will report earnings of $2.07 per share and revenue of approximately $6.25 billion for the quarter. Investors and stakeholders can access the latest information on the earnings call, which is scheduled for 9:00 AM ET on the same day.
In its previous earnings report, released on February 21, 2025, 3M reported earnings of $2.45 per share with a total revenue of $8.38 billion. The company’s performance was bolstered by a return on equity of 96.48% and a net margin of 16.01%. Looking ahead, analysts project an earnings per share (EPS) of $8 for both the current and next fiscal years.
Market Activity and Analyst Insights
On October 16, 2025, shares of 3M opened at $152.75, reflecting a 0.9% increase. The company maintains a debt-to-equity ratio of 2.87, with a quick ratio of 1.20 and a current ratio of 1.72. The stock’s performance over the past year has seen a low of $121.98 and a high of $164.15. Currently, 3M has a market capitalization of $81.36 billion and a price-to-earnings ratio of 21.24.
Several analysts have recently updated their ratings on 3M. JPMorgan Chase & Co. raised its price target from $175.00 to $178.00 and assigned an “overweight” rating on October 15. Similarly, Citigroup increased its target from $160.00 to $169.00 with a “neutral” rating. Other notable upgrades include Wells Fargo & Company, which lifted its target from $170.00 to $176.00.
Currently, nine analysts have rated 3M with a “Buy” rating, one has issued a “Hold” rating, and one has assigned a “Sell” rating. According to data from MarketBeat.com, the consensus rating remains a “Moderate Buy” with an average price target of $169.00.
Insider Trading and Institutional Activity
In recent insider trading news, Chief Accounting Officer Theresa E. Reinseth sold 3,477 shares of 3M on August 5, 2025, at an average price of $150.63, totaling approximately $523,740.51. Following this transaction, she owns 2,561 shares, valued at around $385,763.43. This sale represented a 57.59% decrease in her position.
Additionally, another insider, Christian T. Goralski, Jr., sold 6,165 shares on August 7, 2025, for a total of about $925,859.70. After this transaction, he retained 2,900 shares valued at approximately $435,522, marking a 68.01% decrease in his ownership.
Institutional investors continue to show interest in 3M, with notable purchases occurring in recent quarters. For instance, WFA of San Diego LLC acquired a new stake valued at around $61,000 during the second quarter. Other firms, such as Bison Wealth LLC and Brighton Jones LLC, have also increased their holdings, demonstrating ongoing confidence in 3M’s long-term prospects.
3M Company is recognized for its diversified technology services both in the United States and globally. Its Safety and Industrial segment provides a range of solutions, including industrial abrasives, autobody repair products, and personal protective equipment.
As the company prepares for its upcoming earnings announcement, stakeholders will be keenly watching for insights that could shape the future trajectory of 3M in an evolving market landscape.
